It is reported that Kobbie Mainoo is desperate to leave Manchester United due to a lack of playing time under Ruben Amorim. There has been previous interest from Leeds.

TEAMtalk transfer insider Dean Jones has explained that a move for Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo to Leeds United is unlikely. Jones cited the long-standing rivalry between the clubs and Manchester United's stance that the player will not be available in January. He stated that the situation could change if Manchester United sign somebody else, as they would otherwise risk having an insufficient number of players.

CaughtOffside reports that Kobbie Mainoo is the subject of intense competition ahead of the January transfer window and wishes to leave Old Trafford this winter. Leeds is one of the Premier League clubs with serious interest. His market value is 45 million euros, and he is under contract with Manchester United until June 30, 2027, with a salary of 1,507,806 euros per year. None of the parties wish for a permanent sale of the player, which could create complications for some of the interested clubs. Manchester United seems increasingly open to considering a loan for Mainoo in January.

Manchester United legend Teddy Sheringham has stated he could see Kobbie Mainoo leaving Manchester United for Leeds United. CaughtOffside were informed that Leeds are interested in signing Mainoo. Speaking to the Yorkshire Post, Sheringham said he felt a deal with Leeds could work out well for both sides, adding that it would "definitely be a plus point" if Leeds could get a player like him on loan.